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Apple QuickTime zero-day flaw 'extremely critical'
Security research firm Secunia has reported what it calls an "extremely critical" vulnerability in media-streaming program Apple QuickTime. Read more »
Bumper crop of Microsoft patches on the way
Microsoft customers should brace for an onslaught of security updates. Read more »
Code to exploit Windows graphics flaw now public
A sample program hit the Internet on Wednesday, showing by example how malicious coders could compromise Windows computers by using a flaw in the handling of a widespread graphics format by Microsoft's software. Read more »
Windows XP SP2 flaw complex but dangerous
Security experts have identified a modified exploit that can target computers running Windows XP SP2. Read more »
'Critical' patches released for Windows, IE
Microsoft on Tuesday released two critical patches for its Windows operating system, but a patch for the underlying security problems with Internet Explorer 6 is not yet ready for prime time. Read more »
Microsoft patches six 'critical' flaws
Microsoft has released 11 security patches, six of which are "critical" and five of which are "important", according to the software giant. Read more »
Windows 2000 users hit by Zotob worm
Antivirus firms have urged affected users to patch their systems immediately after a new worm was discovered over the weekend that exploits a critical vulnerability in some Windows platforms. Read more »
Apple Mac less secure than Windows in 2007?
During 2007, Apple has patched more than ten times the number of critical vulnerabilities in Mac OS X compared to the number patched in Microsoft Windows. Read more »
Microsoft releases 'critical' patches
Microsoft released a higher-than-usual number of monthly updates, more than half of which were given the software company's highest rating of "critical." Read more »
Microsoft fixes serious Windows flaws
Microsoft on Tuesday issued alerts on several security flaws in Windows, the most serious of which could allow an attacker to gain control over a victim's computer. Read more »
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Highly critical flaw affects NetBSD and OpenBSD
A vulnerability that can result in a Denial of Service event, privilege escalation, or remote system access has been shown to exist in two popular Unix brands: NetBSD and OpenBSD. Read more »
Windows Vista RC1 reviewed
Windows Vista RC1 (build 5564) should mark the final stretch for Microsoft's new operating system, but don't be surprised if Microsoft issues one more public release candidate before making Windows Vista final. Read more »
Proprietary vs. open source? Take the best of both codes
The Microsoft vs. Linux confrontation is too often seen as a battle for the hearts and minds of this industry. From a corporate IT perspective, each side has legitimate claims and products to offer. It's not an either-or situation; it's about the price and service for goods rendered. The enterprise will be a hybrid world that continues to integrate both proprietary and open source code for a long time to come. Read more »
Establish a patch management policy
Patch management is an issue that will always plague your organisation's network -- there will always be patches, updates, and security fixes to apply. Read more »
The Mobile Future
The next battle for the hearts and minds of internet developers will be fought on the mobile phone. Read more »
Interview: Microsoft's security guru, Steve Riley
Before the start of Tech.Ed 06 Builder AU caught up with Steve Riley who works at Microsoft as a Senior Security Strategist to talk about Vista's new networking stack, security vs usability, and the uptake of IPv6. Read more »
Open, closed source security about equal?
Proprietary programs should mathematically be as secure as those developed under the open-source model, a Cambridge University researcher argued in a paper presented in Toulouse, France. Read more »
Linux kernel flaw could trigger DoS incidents
Many Linux servers may be easy targets for DoS attacks because of a flaw in the Linux 2.4 kernel. Read more »
WMLScripting for smarter wireless content
A great way to learn what tricks WMLScript can perform is to dig in and start hacking. Get started with this test drive from Builder.com Read more »
Strengthen your app defences
These tips will help you secure your network against attacks that exploit application vulnerabilities. Read more »
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